Fugitive from Oz in more strife
A Kiwi man accused of assaulting multiple people has been arrested following an attack in South Auckland after he fled similar charges in Australia.
Peato Talamaivao allegedly assaulted a woman and her brother after a boozy night of partying on Good Friday.
The man who was assaulted alleged Talamaivao became abusive and threatening after consuming a potent mix of vodka, beers, and home-brewed whiskey.
The man asked not to be named to protect his family’s privacy.
His sister had known Talamaivao for years, and he moved in with her following his return to Auckland.
Police confirmed a 47-year-old man has been charged with male assaults female and assault with intent to injure.
It’s at least the third time Talamaivao has faced court for domestic violence.
In August 2016, the scaffolder was arrested in Queensland and charged with assault and contravention of a domestic violence order.
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His visa was also revoked, but his passport was not confiscated, meaning he was able to flee Australia before facing court.
New Zealand police said they were yet to receive any request for to an his earlier thenpartner. assistance from Queensland, where extradition proceedings were being considered.
The man who was attacked along with his sister on Good Friday said Talamaivao boasted he was famous following media coverage of the Queensland attack.
‘‘He almost thought it was funny,’’ the man said
When contacted in March, Talamaivao insisted he was innocent of the Queensland assault.
‘‘I wasn’t given the chance to prove my case, but it is what it is,’’ he said in a text message.
Talamaivao acknowledged that he was arrested on Good Friday but did not want to elaborate on the incident when contacted.
He is set to appear at the Manukau District Court on May 16.